Occupational Therapist

Children’s Minnesota•Minneapolis, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Minnesota is an independent, not-for-profit pediatric health system serving children from before birth through young adulthood at hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation sites across the Upper Midwest. The Occupational Therapy department evaluates and treats children with conditions including autism/PDD, Down syndrome, and feeding disorders, as well as difficulties with daily activities, motor development, and visual and perceptual abilities. The team identifies and trains children and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment and collaborates with interdisciplinary clinics to develop specialized treatment plans. The Occupational Therapist evaluates children and provides occupational therapy services, with associated written documentation and verbal communication, including provider orders. The role also provides training to patients, families, caregivers, staff, and students; maintains a safe and clean environment and departmental equipment; manages time effectively; and promotes satisfaction among patients and families, providers, and department colleagues. Duties are performed within Children’s Minnesota Standards of Behavior. This is an inpatient position based in Minneapolis, with potential coverage in St. Paul or Mercy depending on patient census.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from an accredited occupational therapy program.
Minnesota state licensure; temporary Minnesota state licensure is accepted if accompanied by proof of passing the occupational therapy board examination.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate children and provide occupational therapy services.
Complete written documentation and verbal communication needed to administer care, including provider orders.
Provide training to patients, families, caregivers, staff, and students.
Provide a safe, clean environment and proper care for departmental equipment.
Manage time effectively and promote patient/family, provider, and intradepartmental satisfaction.
Perform duties within Children’s Minnesota Standards of Behavior.